Castrol® is Launching New Vecton® & CRB® Multi Diesel Engine Oil Brands in the U.S. Market

Castrol, a name very familiar in the trucking industry, is doing its part to both help minimize the amount of wear and tear on your trucks, as well as the negative effects emissions have on the environment, with the introduction of its new range of premium diesel engine oils that meet the new API CK-4 and FA-4 specifications. Let's take a look at these new and improved engine oils:

Meeting the New API CK-4 Standard

Meeting the New API FA-4 Standard

Castrol Vecton 10W-30 – Advanced Part-Synthetic (FA-4)

Why are there New API Classifications for Diesel Engine Oils?

The new API classifications (also known as PC-11) are being driven by changes in engine technology to meet emissions and fuel economy standards set by the EPA for CO2 and other greenhouse gases. New regulations coming into effect in 2017 are driving the need for the next generation of oils to address factors such as:

Changes in diesel engine designs

The increased use of bio-diesel fuel

Improved protection from higher engine operating temperatures

Improved protection from engine oil sheering

What Does this Mean for Your Fleet?

Better oxidation protection (Oxidation is one of the primary causes of oil breakdown and is accelerated by higher operating temperatures. This is important, as new engines are being designed to run hotter.)

Better stay-in-grade performance

Better aeration control (The new PC-11 standards call for improvements in aeration control. Aeration is when the engine oil starts to develop tiny air bubbles, foam or both, which can impede an oil’s ability to protect the engine. To monitor the effectiveness of the new oils, they will have to pass a new aeration test called the Caterpillar Engine Oil Aeration test.)

Savings for TruckersB2B Members

As a TruckersB2B member, you can save up to $1.25 per gallon on Castrol diesel engine oils. Rebates are available on gallon, case, drum and bulk purchases. For more information on how to get the savings, please visit truckersb2b.com/castrol.

This blog was adapted from a post on Castrol's website. For more information on any of Castrol's great products or to see the original post and learn more, visit castrol.com.

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